Dr. Imran Zahid: Expert Nephrologist in Abu Dhabi

Professional Overview

Dr. Imran Zahid, M.B.B.S., serves as the Consultant and Chair of the Nephrology Division at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi. With an impressive career spanning over 30 years, he is renowned for his compassionate and dedicated patient care, particularly in the management of chronic kidney disease.

Education and Training

Dr. Zahid graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) degree from Rawalpindi Medical University in Pakistan in 1987. He further honed his expertise through a residency in internal medicine at the University of North Carolina, followed by fellowships in nephrology at the Albert Einstein Medical Center and rheumatology at Temple University in Philadelphia, USA.

Professional Experience

Before his current role at SSMC, Dr. Zahid held significant positions, including Chief of Nephrology at the Commonwealth Health Corporation in the USA, King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia, and Mafraq Hospital in the UAE. His extensive experience equips him to provide specialized care for various renal conditions.

Recognition and Licensure

In recognition of his exceptional commitment to patient care, Dr. Zahid was honored with the SSMC Distinguished Clinician Award in 2022. He is licensed to practice by the UAE Department of Health (DoH), the State Medical Board of Ohio, and the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Zahid specializes in the treatment of:

• Glomerulonephritis
• Microhematuria
• Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
• Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome

With his extensive knowledge and experience, Dr. Imran Zahid is dedicated to providing personalized treatment plans aimed at improving the quality of life for his patients. He is fluent in both English and Urdu, ensuring effective communication with a diverse patient population